Soft Baked Cheesy Pretzel Dogs: 8 Irresistible Snacks
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Savor the deliciousness of Soft Baked Cheesy Pretzel Dogs, a nostalgic and easy homemade snack perfect for any gathering.
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 105 minutes
- Yield: 8 pretzel dogs 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup Warm Water (Water at 110°F for activation)
- 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast (Ferments dough)
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar (Feeds yeast)
- 4 cups All-Purpose Flour (Provides structure)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Enhances flavor)
- 2/3 cup Baking Soda (Creates alkaline bath)
- 1 Large Egg (beaten) (Adds shine to crust)
- 8 pieces Hot Dogs (Savory center)
- 8 slices Cheddar Cheese (Filling; other varieties can be used)
- Coarse Salt (For sprinkling on top)
- Dipping Sauce (Mustard or cheese sauce)
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture by combining warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Let sit until frothy.
- Make the Dough by whisking together flour and salt, then combining with the yeast mixture.
- Knead the Dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 5-7 minutes.
- Allow the Dough to Rise in a greased bowl covered with wrap for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
- Preheat the Oven to 450°F (230°C) and prepare baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Pretzel Bath by boiling water and adding baking soda.
- Shape the Dough into ropes and wrap around hot dogs and cheese, sealing well.
- Boil each pretzel dog in the baking soda bath for 30 seconds on each side.
- Bake the pretzel dogs after brushing with egg and sprinkling with salt until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel dog
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg